s anyone else totally freezing all the time this winter? I’m not just imagining it am I? It’s super, super cold. I was born in Canberra so I have a huge aversion to summer and the beach. I actually wrote a post about it where my old mate Tom told me Smaggle is the ‘worst blog ever!‘. Stop it Tom, you’re making me blush. I usually crave winter but this one is really giving me a beating. I walked to the city yesterday and it was so blustery and cold my actual bones hurt when I got inside. I felt like I’d had a really intense remedial massage. I find keeping warm in winter to be a bit of a sport so I put together a feel little tips to help you stay warm this winter.
1. Take your warmth very seriously
I have a theory that if you get caught on an 8 degree day outside without a coat, you’ll ruin winter and you won’t get fully warm again till the following summer. That sounds overly dramatic but I swear it’s true. The key is to over dress and be prepared. Don’t let winter seep into your bones or you’ll be properly screwed. I know this sounds insane but trust me. I’ve started winter cold a few times and the only cure is a 25 degree day. Something which is rather hard to find in the middle of June in Victoria. Start carrying a coat around with you in as soon as it starts getting cold and you should be fine.
2. Layer up yourself up like a hamburger
I live in Fitzroy in Melbourne which is total hipsterville. You need arty tattoos, a blunt fringe, pants that are slightly too short and a James Dean style coolness to fit in here. Loafer style shoes seem to be a new addition to the list with a freezing cold pair of winter white ankles to match. It’s bonkers. So many people just don’t dress appropriately for the seasons. Wear winter clothes. Thermals. Wool. Jackets. Gloves. I bought a down coat last year and I hate myself for not having done it earlier, it’s SO TOASTY and warm. I get that we’re supposed to be the sunburnt country and all but it actually snows in some parts of Australia and it’s high time we started dressing accordingly and wearing socks and proper boots if it’s below 10 degrees outside.
3. Have warming foods
I’m a glutton for punishment so I’ll often be seen chowing down on an ice cream or slurpee in the middle of July but it’s really not the smartest thing to do. Drink yummy teas, have lots of soup and eat warming foods. Salads, juices and smoothies will wait until summer. You want to have nice warming foods to raise your core body temperature and warm those chilly little paws of yours.
4. Don’t underestimate the power of a blanket
Grab the doona off your bed and snuggle on the couch or better yet, have a dedicated pure wool throw rug that lives on your couch purely for snuggling purposes. I can highly recommend learning to crochet your own – it’s a lovely winter activity to do. If you’re keen to learn to crochet don’t forget to sign up for my course – it’s launching in 2 weeks! So excited!
5. Outsource your warmth
Grab a hot water bottle or heat pack and cuddle it until you feel toasty again. I know it sounds ridiculous but I always forget about the existance of heat packs and hot water bottles until I accidently discover mine in the laundry cupboard every year. They’re awesome. Get on it. You can even make your own heat packs which is a perfect winter craft activity.
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What are your winter warmth tips? Anything I’ve missed? I’d love some quirky toasty tips!
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